RRB NTPC — Set 15
40 questions
Which of the following is an incorrect statement regarding the primary difference between SRAM and DRAM in terms of their internal architecture and performance characteristics?
Correct Answer: D. SRAM is faster and more expensive, making it suitable for main system memory, while DRAM is...
The statement in option D is incorrect because SRAM is used for Cache memory due to its speed, while DRAM is used for Main System Memory (RAM) due to its higher density and lower cost.
Which traditional method of Vedic chanting is regarded as the most complex and extensive among all the recitation styles?
Correct Answer: D. Ghanapatha
Ghanapatha is considered the most advanced and complex form of Vedic chanting, involving a bell-shaped pattern of word repetition.
Which cytoskeletal protein is the major component of neurofilaments that helps maintain the caliber and integrity of large axons?
Correct Answer: C. Neurofilament protein
Neurofilament proteins are the primary structural components of neurofilaments, essential for the radial growth and stability of axons.
The 1991 economic reforms in India led to rapid industrialisation and expansion of energy-intensive sectors. Which market-based mechanism has India adopted to balance industrial growth, energy efficiency and emissions?
Correct Answer: C. Perform, Achieve and Trade (PAT) scheme
The Perform, Achieve and Trade (PAT) scheme is a market-based mechanism designed to enhance energy efficiency in energy-intensive industries.
Which factor primarily contributed to the development of nucleated settlements in the Bundelkhand region of central India?
Correct Answer: B. Security concerns and invasions
Nucleated or clustered settlements in the Bundelkhand region were primarily formed for defense and security against frequent invasions.
Which of the following scenarios would most effectively necessitate the use of a three-dimensional reference within an MS Excel formula?
Correct Answer: C. Summing values from a specific cell across a sequence of identically structured worksheets...
A 3-D reference in Excel is used to analyze data in the same cell or range of cells on multiple worksheets, such as summing monthly data across 12 sheets.
The Cornwallis Code, introduced in 1793, is known for ______.?
Correct Answer: D. establishing uniform police and judiciary reforms
The Cornwallis Code (1793) is famous for separating revenue administration from judicial administration and establishing a uniform police and judicial system.
The Emperor of Gladness, set in East Gladness, Connecticut, is a 2025 novel by which author?
Correct Answer: C. Ocean Vuong
'The Emperor of Gladness' is a 2025 novel written by Ocean Vuong. This is an important fac
Which of the following components is included in the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana PMAY-U 2.0 scheme launched in 2024 to provide housing solutions specifically for migrants and workers?
Correct Answer: C. Affordable rental housing complexes
PMAY-U 2.0 promotes Affordable Rental Housing Complexes (ARHCs) to provide dignified living to urban migrants and the poor.
Who among the following launched the IndiaAI initiatives in 2025?
Correct Answer: A. Minister of Science and Technology
The IndiaAI initiatives were launched by the Minister of Science and Technology to bolster India's AI ecosystem.
Which of the following is NOT one of the factors that the Prime Minister should consider when selecting ministers for the Union Council of Ministers in India?
Correct Answer: C. Representation of foreign communities
Ministers must be citizens of India. Representation of foreign communities is not a valid political or constitutional consideration for the Council of Ministers.
What are the units for base quantities called?
Correct Answer: B. Fundamental or base units
Units corresponding to base quantities (like length, mass, time) are known as Fundamental or Base units.
Consider the following statements regarding the visit of Indian Navy's First Training Squadron (1TS) to Thailand in March 2025. 1. INS Sujata, INS Shardul, and ICGS Veera were part of the Indian Navy's First Training Squadron that visited?
Correct Answer: C. 1, 2 and 3
All three statements are correct regarding the 1TS visit, which included specific ships, a PASSEX with HTMS Huahin, and various combat drills.
Which of the following is the primary objective of the Sagarmala Project by the Ministry of Shipping?
Correct Answer: C. Port-led development
The Sagarmala Programme is the flagship initiative of the Ministry of Shipping to promote port-led development in the country.
Which keyboard shortcut is used in MS PowerPoint 365 to start editing text inside a selected shape or text box?
Correct Answer: D. F2
Pressing the F2 key allows you to edit the text inside a selected object, such as a shape or text box, in PowerPoint.
In April 2025, India and Italy strengthened their strategic partnership by advancing cooperation in which of the following areas?
Correct Answer: B. Trade, defense, clean energy, and connectivity
India and Italy focused on deepening ties in trade, defense, clean energy, and connectivity to strengthen their strategic partnership.
Which policy of the British greatly affected the tribal landholding patterns and led to widespread discontent among the tribes, thereby fueling rebellions?
Correct Answer: D. Forest Laws and land settlements
British Forest Laws and land settlements restricted tribal rights over forests and land, leading to displacement and rebellions.
Who elects the members of the Estimates Committee in the Indian Parliament?
Correct Answer: C. Members of the Lok Sabha
The Estimates Committee consists of 30 members, all elected solely from the Lok Sabha.
India's demographic profile on the eve of independence reflected the socio-economic backwardness imposed by colonial rule. Which of the following options best describes the health care and nutrition status on the eve of independence?
Correct Answer: A. Low life expectancy with high birth and death rates
At the time of independence, India suffered from a low life expectancy (around 32 years) and high birth and death rates due to poor healthcare infrastructure.
What is required for the generation of a sound wave?
Correct Answer: C. Vibration and an elastic medium only
Sound is a mechanical wave that requires a source of vibration and a material medium (solid, liquid, or gas) to propagate.
What is the name of the equestrian competition event that began on March 25, 2025, and ended on March 30, 2025, where Niharika Singhania secured the first position?
Correct Answer: A. Azelhof CSI Lier
Niharika Singhania secured first position at the Azelhof CSI Lier equestrian competition.
'Swaraj Dweep', a popular tourist destination known for its beaches, is located in?
Correct Answer: C. Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Havelock Island in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands was renamed Swaraj Dweep. This is an im
Who among the following was considered the first notable king of the Pushyabhuti dynasty, ruling from 580-605 CE?
Correct Answer: B. Prabhakaravardhana
Prabhakaravardhana (580–605 CE) was the first independent and notable king of the Pushyabhuti (Vardhana) dynasty.
How are the proceedings and status of a Lok Adalat treated under Indian law?
Correct Answer: C. Proceedings are judicial and Lok Adalat is deemed a civil court under CrPC.
Lok Adalats are deemed to be Civil Courts for the purposes of the Code of Civil Procedure, and their proceedings are judicial in nature.
Which of the following is an example of a Tier I city in India?
Correct Answer: D. Kolkata
Kolkata, along with cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, is classified as a Tier I metropolitan city in India.
Which international organisation launched the 'AI for Good' initiative in 2025?
Correct Answer: C. International Telecommunication Union
The 'AI for Good' initiative is a global platform organized by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU).
In which of the following buildings/towns constructed by the Mughals is Salim Chishti's tomb situated?
Correct Answer: D. Fatehpur Sikri
The Tomb of Salim Chishti is famed as one of the finest examples of Mughal architecture and is located in Fatehpur Sikri.
Which city hosted the 55th International Film Festival of India in November 2024?
Correct Answer: D. Panaji
The International Film Festival of India (IFFI) is held annually in Panaji, Goa.
The most important source for Samudragupta's reign is?
Correct Answer: B. Prayagraj Prashasti
The Prayagraj Prashasti (Allahabad Pillar Inscription), composed by his court poet Harisena, is the primary source of information about Samudragupta.
The success of the Green Revolution was dependent on institutional support. Which organisation played a key role in agricultural research and the dissemination of HYV seeds in India?
Correct Answer: B. ICAR
The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) was instrumental in the research, development, and dissemination of High Yielding Variety seeds during the Green Revolution.
Which sector is responsible for converting natural products into manufactured goods in India?
Correct Answer: A. Secondary sector
The Secondary sector covers activities in which natural products are changed into other forms through ways of manufacturing.
In Windows 11 OS, which of the following is NOT allowed in a file or folder name?
Correct Answer: B. Symbols like asterisk (*) or question mark (?)
Symbols like asterisk (*) or question mark (?) is the correct answer to this question. This is an important fact from the General Knowledge and Current Affairs syllabus frequently tested in Indian competitive examinations such as SSC CGL, RRB NTPC, and state-level PSC exams. A thorough understanding of Symbols like asterisk (*) or question mark (?) and related topics will help candidates score well in the GK section. Regular revision of such key facts is highly recommended for exam preparation.
What is the primary purpose of the 'Sections' feature in MS PowerPoint when managing a large presentation?
Correct Answer: D. To divide the presentation into logical groupings for better organization and navigation during...
Sections help organize a large number of slides into logical groups, making it easier to manage, navigate, and present content.
Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding the Dandi March of 1930? (a) The march started from Sabarmati Ashram and ended at Dandi, covering a distance of 240 miles. (b) The Dandi March led to the signing of the Poona Pact.?
Correct Answer: B. Only (a)
Only (a) is the correct answer to this question. This is an important fact from the General Knowledge and Current Affairs syllabus frequently tested in Indian competitive examinations such as SSC CGL, RRB NTPC, and state-level PSC exams. A thorough understanding of Only (a) and related topics will help candidates score well in the GK section. Regular revision of such key facts is highly recommended for exam preparation.
Crisil projects India's bank credit growth to accelerate to how much percentage in FY26?
Correct Answer: A. 13-14%
Crisil Ratings has projected that India's bank credit growth will accelerate to 13-14% in the fiscal year 2026.
The President of India possesses the power to remove or recall officials such as Governors and Ambassadors. This power is exercised based on the advice of?
Correct Answer: B. the Union Council of Ministers
According to Article 74, the President exercises his functions and powers (including appointments and removals) on the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers headed by the PM.
Who is the first Indian boxer to win a gold medal at the World Boxing Cup 2025?
Correct Answer: B. Hitesh Gulia
Hitesh Gulia created history by becoming the first Indian boxer to win a gold medal at the World Boxing Cup in 2025.
Which Indian states does the Thar Desert primarily cover?
Correct Answer: A. Rajasthan and Gujarat
The Thar Desert is situated mainly in northwestern India, covering major parts of Rajasthan and extending into Gujarat, Punjab, and Haryana.
What was the theme of Financial Literacy Week 2025 observed from 24 to 28 February?
Correct Answer: C. Go Digital, Go Secure
The RBI observed Financial Literacy Week 2025 with the theme 'Go Digital, Go Secure' to promote safe digital banking practices.
Which Indian Constitutional Amendment Act states about the minimisation of inequalities in income, status, facilities and opportunities as Directive Principle to State Policy?
Correct Answer: A. 44th Amendment Act of 1978
The 44th Amendment Act (1978) inserted clause (2) to Article 38, mandating the state to minimize inequalities in income, status, facilities, and opportunities.